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product_id: 724968456
title: "ZhanGuo: The First Empire | Heavy Strategy Game for Teens & Adults | Build The Ancient Chinese Empire | Intense Area Majority & Hand Management Board Game | Ages 14+ | 1-4 Players | 60-120 Min"
brand: "sorry we are french"
price: "R8700"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Sorry We Are French"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/724968456-zhanguo-the-first-empire-heavy-strategy-game-for-teens-adults
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 60-120 min intense gameplay 175 multi-use cards 145 premium wooden pieces ZhanGuo: The First Empire | Heavy Strategy Game for Teens & Adults | Build The Ancient Chinese Empire | Intense Area Majority & Hand Management Board Game | Ages 14+ | 1-4 Players | 60-120 Min

**Brand:** sorry we are french
**Price:** R8700
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏯 Build Empires, Command Legacies, Outsmart Rivals!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ZhanGuo: The First Empire | Heavy Strategy Game for Teens & Adults | Build The Ancient Chinese Empire | Intense Area Majority & Hand Management Board Game | Ages 14+ | 1-4 Players | 60-120 Min by sorry we are french
- **How much does it cost?** R8700 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/724968456-zhanguo-the-first-empire-heavy-strategy-game-for-teens-adults)

## Best For

- sorry we are french enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sorry we are french brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Luxury Meets Strategy:** Feel the weight of quality with wooden tokens and heat-transfer details enhancing every move.
- • **Master Multi-Use Cards:** Strategically deploy cards to dominate regions or influence the Emperor’s Court.
- • **Embark on the Elixir Quest:** Expand your reach and gain renown with every daring voyage for immortality.
- • **Command the Terracotta Army:** Secure your legacy by earning a coveted spot in the Emperor’s eternal guard.
- • **Immerse in Stunning Artistry:** Experience 200s BCE China through vibrant, collector-worthy illustrations.

## Overview

ZhanGuo: The First Empire is a richly detailed, heavy strategy board game for 1-4 players aged 14+, blending intense area majority and hand management mechanics. With 175 multi-use cards, 145 wooden pieces, and immersive artwork, players compete to build the ancient Chinese empire, earn a place in the Terracotta Army, and embark on quests for the Elixir of Life. Designed for 60-120 minutes of deep strategic play, it’s perfect for history buffs and tactical gamers seeking a premium, intellectually rewarding experience.

## Description

In 221 B.C., all the so-called Warring States are brought together: this is the birth of the vast Chinese empire, ruled by Qin Shi Huangdi. A single life cannot suffice for such a vast empire: he sends ships to distant lands in search of the legendary elixir of life, and he builds a huge mausoleum containing the scale reconstruction of his empire : in defense of it for eternity, he deploys an impressive terracotta army… Go along with the Emperor's plans to offer your family a place in the Terracotta Army. To help you in this challenging task, 6 cards will be at your disposal every round: they will give you permanent support during the rest of the game or will obtain you the Emperor’s approval for your actions. At the end of the game, the player who made the greatest contribution to the Emperor’s cause by scoring the most Victory Points (VP) will be the winner!

Review: Buena calidad y buen precio - Muy buen juego. En mi opinión, mejor edición que la de whats your Game, pues arregla mecánicas que no terminaban de arrancar
Review: Super Spiel. Besser als der Vorgänger. Auch Solo Modus ist spitze. - Gutes Stück besser als der Vorgänger. Auch der Solo Modus einfach zu spielen, macht echt Spaß.

## Features

- EARN A PLACE IN THE TERRACOTTA ARMY: By helping complete the Emperor's plans, place your sculptures in the mausoleum, earning you points at the end of the game in this historical tabletop game!
- SEARCH FOR THE ELIXIR: The farther you sail in your search for the Elixir of Life, the more experience your Alchemists gain and the greater your renown - one of the best board games for history buffs!
- MULTI-USE CARDS: Play cards throughout your regions to strengthen your influence and engine, or in the Emperor's Court to complete projects and powerful actions!
- BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS: Striking artwork immerses you into the setting of 200s BCE China, accented by bright graphic design for easy readability - a perfect gift for collectors and strategic gamers!
- QUALITY COMPONENTS: Enjoy a luxurious experience with wooden resources, heat transfer details on pieces, and even the unique shapes of tokens in this highly praised and challenging card and tile game!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CJCTQGSJ |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Brand | Sorry We Are French |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | No Warning Applicable |
| Character | Qin Shi Huangdi |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 21 Reviews |
| Edition | Standard Edition |
| Educational Objective | Develop strategic thinking and planning skills, and learn about ancient Chinese history and culture. |
| Estimated Playing Time | 60 Minutes |
| Genre | Tactical |
| Included Components | 207 tokens & tiles, 175 cards, 145 wooden pieces, 1 double-sided game board, 1 Court board, 4 player boards, 4 player aids, 1 scorepad, 2 rulebooks (English & French) |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 30 x 8 x 0.1 Centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Board Game |
| Item Weight | 5.79 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Hachette Boardgames US |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SWZHA |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material | Cardboard Wood |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 14 |
| Model Number | swzha |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1-4 |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Set Name | Standard Edition |
| Size | One Size |
| Theme | Historical |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sorry We Are French
- **Material:** Cardboard Wood
- **Theme:** Historical
- **Genre:** Strategy
- **Number of Players:** 1-4

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buena calidad y buen precio
*by J***S on 14 October 2025*

Muy buen juego. En mi opinión, mejor edición que la de whats your Game, pues arregla mecánicas que no terminaban de arrancar

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super Spiel. Besser als der Vorgänger. Auch Solo Modus ist spitze.
*by M***R on 30 May 2026*

Gutes Stück besser als der Vorgänger. Auch der Solo Modus einfach zu spielen, macht echt Spaß.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Such a wonderful and enjoyable game.
*by J***I on 17 May 2025*

I really enjoyed the simplicity of this game it has light but interesting decisions that was fun to play through. I felt the game was quick and each turn the turns were snappy and rounds were easy to plan out. Definitely a keeper. As an added bonus the solo mode was super easy and low key to manage and felt like a real player. Great game.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-13*